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Albertsons, Safeway Must Pay $900 Million to Washington for Its Contribution to Opioid Epidemic, Judge Says
/by Powell & Majestro P.L.L.C.Albertsons and its subsidiary Safeway must pay $900 million related to its contribution to the opioid epidemic within the State of Washington, a King County judge ordered Nov. 5. The award is split between funding a plan designed to address opioid-related harm in Washington state by funding treatment and prevention-related efforts, and penalties for what […]
Used Car Dealer Fraud in West Virginia: Spotting the Red Flags Before You Sign
/by Powell & Majestro P.L.L.C.Purchasing a vehicle should be an exciting milestone. For many buyers in Kanawha County and throughout West Virginia, acquiring reliable transportation is absolutely essential for keeping a job, supporting a family, and navigating daily life. Unfortunately, the excitement of driving off the lot can rapidly turn into a financial nightmare when deceptive auto sales tactics […]
How Trucking Company Negligence Can Lead to Catastrophic Accidents
/by Powell & Majestro P.L.L.C.A single moment on Interstate 64 or the West Virginia Turnpike can permanently change the course of a family’s life. When an 80,000-pound commercial tractor-trailer collides with a standard passenger car, the physical destruction is almost always severe. Victims rushed to Level I trauma centers like Charleston Area Medical Center (CAMC) face life-threatening injuries, grueling […]
Deliberate Intent Claims Under West Virginia Code § 23-4-2: A Workers Guide
/by Powell & Majestro P.L.L.C.The moments following a severe workplace accident blur together in a rush of emergency responders and hospital lights. For workers in Kanawha County and throughout the state, surviving a major industrial incident quickly gives way to intense financial anxiety. Medical bills pile up rapidly while regular paychecks stop. Many injured employees assume the state’s workers’ […]
Albertsons Loses Bid For Midtrial Win In Wash. Opioid Case
/by Powell & Majestro P.L.L.C.“Albertsons Loses Bid For Midtrial Win In Wash. Opioid Case.” Congratulations to Tony Majestro for this big win in the State of Washington’s opioid case against Albertsons! Anthony Majestro briefed the State’s opposition and successfully argued the motion against Albertsons’ directed verdict motion. He also presented the abatement case, on which Judge Helson commented “I […]
What Damages Can I Recover Under West Virginia’s Wrongful Death Act?
/by Powell & Majestro P.L.L.C.The sudden loss of a family member turns every aspect of life upside down in an instant. Besides the profound emotional heartbreak, surviving family members are immediately confronted with financial pressures, including unexpected medical bills, funeral expenses, and the sudden loss of monthly household income. When a fatal incident occurs in Charleston, Huntington, Wheeling, or […]
Tylenol & Acetaminophen Autism MDL: Where the Litigation Stands In 2026
/by Powell & Majestro P.L.L.C.The moments following a child’s diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder often bring a flood of questions for parents. Families retrace their steps, seeking answers about what might have contributed to their child’s neurodevelopmental condition. Over the last several years, thousands of families across West Virginia and the nation have directed those questions […]
Auto Insurance Bad Faith in West Virginia: When Your Own Insurer Becomes the Defendant
/by Powell & Majestro P.L.L.C.The moments following a severe collision on Interstate 64 or a rural road in Berkeley County bring immediate physical distress and overwhelming uncertainty. West Virginia drivers dutifully pay their auto insurance premiums month after month, trusting their carrier will provide financial protection when disaster strikes. Finding out your own insurance company is actively working against […]
Why Did the FDA Stop Mammograms at The Greenbrier Clinic?
/by Powell & Majestro P.L.L.C.Tabitha Martin had her mammogram at The Greenbrier Clinic on February 13, 2026. The report came back benign. It assured her the finding was dependable because high-resolution real-time ultrasound images had been obtained. Five weeks later, a certified letter told her she could not rely on any of it. The FDA ordered the clinic to […]
How Long Does a Hospital Have to Tell You About a Data Breach?
/by Powell & Majestro P.L.L.C.Federal law gives a hospital sixty days. Once a covered health care provider discovers that patient information has been breached, the HIPAA Breach Notification Rule requires notice to each affected individual without unreasonable delay, and in no case later than sixty days after discovery. That is an outer limit, not a target. Patients of Marshall […]